Kano State Police Arrest 269 Suspects Amid Nationwide Protests

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Emmynet24 — The Kano State Police Command has apprehended 269 individuals suspected of looting and destroying government and public properties under the guise of a nationwide protest.

In a statement released today, the command's spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, detailed the recovery of numerous items from the suspects, including many jerricans of 25 liters of vegetable oil, a large quantity of stationeries, foodstuffs, and other valuable properties.

The State Commissioner of Police, CP Dogo, warned that violence and the spread of fake news would not be tolerated, urging residents to comply with the 24-hour curfew imposed by the State Government. "Today, Thursday, 1st of August, 2024, the Kano State Police Command has successfully apprehended some criminals who exploited the planned nationwide strike as a cover for their malicious activities. These individuals engaged in acts of violence, destruction, looting, and causing harm to innocent civilians and resulting in the damage of public and private properties,” the statement read.

"In a swift and efficient response to these criminal activities, a total of 269 suspects responsible for destruction, looting, and instigating chaos under the guise of the nationwide protest were arrested. Recovered from them were many jerricans of 25 liters of vegetable oil, a large quantity of stationeries, foodstuffs, and other valuable properties.

"The suspects are currently being held at the Command's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and will be charged in court upon completion of the investigation. More arrests and recoveries are ongoing.

"The Commissioner of Police reiterated that it is the prerogative of the Nigeria Police Force to ensure the protection of lives and properties. Therefore, whoever tries to cause violence, destruction, looting of people's and Government properties, and meddling of fake news to heat up the situation will be dealt with according to the law. The CP further calls on residents to strictly obey the 24-hour curfew imposed by the State Government as violations will not be tolerated.

"The Kano Police Command will continue to take proactive measures to prevent any unscrupulous individuals or groups from causing harm or inciting violence in the State. Law-abiding citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly to the authorities to help maintain peace and stability of the State."

Residents are encouraged to contact the Kano Police Command in case of emergencies or to report any suspicious activity through the following phone numbers: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.